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- 04/08/2026 11:00 AM
City NewsWater (Conservation, Utility Billing, Wastewater, Garbage & Recycling)
City of San Luis Obispo Joins 2026 Wyland National Mayor’s Challenge for Water Conservation
Take the 1‑minute pledge to cut waste, protect local water, and enter to win prizes.
- 04/06/2026 5:00 PM
City News
City Celebrates Completion of Mid-Higuera Bypass Project, the Largest Flood-Prevention Project in San Luis Obispo’s History
The Mid-Higuera Bypass Project represents a major investment in the City’s infrastructure and long-term resilience, reducing flood risk and protecting nearby properties.
- 04/04/2026 10:00 AM
Transportation (Pedestrian, Bicycle, Transit, Parking)SLO in MotionParks Projects
SLO in Motion Update – Apr. 4, 2026
Traffic signal work is continuing on S. Higuera and Suburban.
- 04/02/2026 9:21 AM
City NewsTransportation (Pedestrian, Bicycle, Transit, Parking)Planning & Building (Housing & Historic Preservation)Downtown (Mission Plaza)Economic Recovery & DevelopmentCommunity Safety (Police and Fire)Media AdvisoriesSLO in MotionConstruction & Commuter Alerts
Monterey Street Reopens Near Fremont Theater
Sidewalk and Fremont Theater remain temporarily closed as safety work continues.
- 04/01/2026 4:07 PM
City NewsPlanning & Building (Housing & Historic Preservation)
New Counter Hours for SLO’s Community Development Department
Starting April 13, 2026, counter hours for Community Development will be Monday through Thursday from 9 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
- 04/01/2026 11:30 AM
City NewsTransportation (Pedestrian, Bicycle, Transit, Parking)Parks & Recreation (Aquatics, Sports, Youth Services, Skate Park)SLO in MotionParks Projects
City Breaks Ground on Righetti Community Park
The City broke ground on the Righetti Community Park, marking the beginning of the construction for this long-awaited park.
- 03/30/2026 10:00 AM
City NewsTransportation (Pedestrian, Bicycle, Transit, Parking)SLO in Motion
Now Complete: 2025 Transportation, Paving, & Mobility Improvements!
Improvements to Sacramento Drive, Tank Farm Road, and other areas are now complete.
- 03/28/2026 10:00 AM
City NewsTransportation (Pedestrian, Bicycle, Transit, Parking)SLO in Motion
SLO in Motion Update – Mar. 28, 2026
Pavement and striping are complete on Tank Farm Road.
- 03/25/2026 11:24 AM
City NewsCommunity Safety (Police and Fire)Media Advisories
Now Hiring New SLO Fire Chief
The City is seeking a visible and credible leader who can set a long-term vision while staying closely connected to daily operations.
- 03/21/2026 10:00 AM
City NewsTransportation (Pedestrian, Bicycle, Transit, Parking)Water (Conservation, Utility Billing, Wastewater, Garbage & Recycling)SLO in MotionConstruction & Commuter Alerts
SLO in Motion Update – Mar. 21, 2026
Pavement and striping are complete on Tank Farm Road.
- 03/20/2026 12:20 PM
City NewsTransportation (Pedestrian, Bicycle, Transit, Parking)Housing and HomelessnessCouncil Meeting RecapElections
Mar 17 Council Meeting Recap
The Council discussed a ballot measure that can improve local roads, CAPSLO’s strategic plan for addressing homelessness, and SLO County’s regional compact for addressing homelessness.
- 03/14/2026 10:00 AM
City NewsTransportation (Pedestrian, Bicycle, Transit, Parking)SLO in MotionConstruction & Commuter Alerts
SLO in Motion Update – Mar. 14, 2026
Striping work is continuing on Tank Farm Road.
- 03/11/2026 9:53 AM
City NewsMedia AdvisoriesPublic Input OpportunityElections
This Month: First Citywide Single Vote Community Meeting
Community members are invited to attend the first information session on Citywide Single Vote online on March 25 and to subscribe to the monthly e-newsletter for key information and updates leading up to the next Council Member election.
- 03/10/2026 10:29 AM
City NewsTransportation (Pedestrian, Bicycle, Transit, Parking)Media Advisories
Grand Opening Set for New Downtown Parking Garage Next Week
To celebrate the opening of the Cultural Arts District Parking Garage on March 17, the City invites community members to park there at no cost during its first 28 days of operation.
- 03/07/2026 10:00 AM
City NewsTransportation (Pedestrian, Bicycle, Transit, Parking)SLO in MotionConstruction & Commuter Alerts
SLO in Motion Update – Mar. 7, 2026
Night paving work is continuing on Tank Farm Road.
- 03/06/2026 10:27 AM
City NewsMedia AdvisoriesFiscal ResponsibilityCouncil Meeting Recap
Mar 3 Council Meeting Recap
The Council declared March as Women’s History Month and Youth Services Month and got an early preview of next fiscal year’s budget.
- 03/04/2026 4:48 PM
City NewsEnvironment (Open Space, Sustainability, Climate Action)Media Advisories
Public Input Opportunities: Community Climate Action Progress
Community members are encouraged to learn about local climate action progress and help imagine what comes next.
- 02/28/2026 10:00 AM
City NewsTransportation (Pedestrian, Bicycle, Transit, Parking)SLO in MotionConstruction & Commuter Alerts
SLO in Motion Update – Feb. 28, 2026
Paving is expected to continue on Tank Farm Road.
- 02/27/2026 4:35 PM
City NewsPlanning & Building (Housing & Historic Preservation)Downtown (Mission Plaza)Community Safety (Police and Fire)
Fremont Theater to Remain Closed Until Further Notice
Sidewalk protective structures and portion of Monterey Street remain temporarily closed as property owner works with City on repair plans; nearby restaurants are open for business.
- 02/27/2026 7:09 AM
City NewsPlanning & Building (Housing & Historic Preservation)Housing and HomelessnessCouncil Meeting RecapPublic Input Opportunity
Feb 24 Council Meeting Recap
The Council held a special meeting to study options for a rental registry in San Luis Obispo.